Beginner’s Creed

I am a beginner.
I am entering a new game about which I know nothing.
I do not yet know how to move in this game.
I see many other people playing in this game now.
This game has gone on for many years prior to my arrival.
I am a new recruit arriving here for the first time.
I see value to me in learning to navigate in this domain.

There is much for me to learn:The basic terminologyThe basic rulesThe basic moves of actionThe basic strategies

While I am learning these things I may feel various negative reactions:Overwhelmed at how much there is to learnInsecure that I do not know what to doInadequate that I lack the capacity to do thisFrustrated and discouraged that my progress is so slowAngry that I have been given insufficient guidanceAnxious that I will never perform up to expectations on which my career dependsEmbarrassed that everyone can see my mistakes

But these moods are part of being a beginner. It does not serve my goal and
ambition to dwell in them. Instead,If I make a mistake, I will ask what lesson does this teach.If I make a discovery, I will celebrate my aha! moment.If I feel alone, I will remember that I have many friends ready to help.If I am stuck, I will ask for help from my teachers.

Over time, I will make fewer mistakes.
I will gain confidence in my abilities.
I will need less guidance from my teachers and friends.
I will gain familiarity with the game.
I will be able to have intelligent conversations with others in the game.
I will not cause breakdowns for promises that I lack the competence to keep.
I have an ambition to become competent, perhaps even proficient or expert in
this game. But for now,
I am a beginner.